Hua Xia Shi Bao·2026-01-28 13:13Group 1 - The actual controller of three listed companies, Xiong Haitao, is under investigation for suspected criminal activities, leading to significant market reactions [2][3][7] - Xiong Haitao's ex-husband, Yuan Zhimin, was previously sentenced to three years in prison for insider trading, indicating a troubled history within the family business [2][5] - The three companies involved—Yichang Technology, Gaomeng New Materials, and Dongcai Technology—are all controlled by Gaojin Group, which is also linked to Xiong Haitao [4][8] Group 2 - Despite the investigation, the companies claim that their daily operations remain unaffected, as Xiong does not participate in day-to-day management [4][7] - The stock prices of the three companies fell sharply following the news, with Yichang Technology hitting the limit down, Gaomeng New Materials dropping by 14.52%, and Dongcai Technology decreasing by 3.65% [7] - The companies have diverse business operations, including chemical materials, automotive components, and healthcare products, with significant revenue growth reported for 2025 [7][9]